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[Breast saving therapy in the small breast cancer]
Langenbecks Archiv Fur Chirurgie
|January 1, 1989
Summary
Breast-conserving surgery for early-stage breast cancer shows satisfying recurrence and survival rates. This approach is now offered to patients when indicated, providing a viable alternative to mastectomy.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Surgical Oncology
Context:
- Breast cancer treatment landscape.
- Evolution of surgical modalities for breast carcinoma.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of breast-conserving operations for breast cancer.
- Compare outcomes with modified radical mastectomy.
Summary:
- 109 patients with carcinoma up to 2.5 cm underwent breast-conserving surgery.
- Recurrence and survival rates were satisfying compared to 162 modified radical mastectomy cases.
- Median follow-up was 29 months.
Impact:
- Breast-conserving surgery is a viable option for select breast cancer patients.
- Demonstrates oncologic safety and patient benefit.
- Informs clinical decision-making in breast cancer management.